Seattle’s Free Community College Program Grows in Size and Impact
Three years ago, Seattle voters approved the Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy, which included funding for two years of free community college to...
The Urbanist Podcast: Choosing Among Seattle’s Public Schools
It is spring of 8th Grade in the Dubicki household, so we have been investigating options on where to attend high schools. Seattle Public...
An Interview with Seattle’s Chief Librarian, Tom Fay
From robotic kiosks to essential and safe Third Places, Seattle's Libraries chart a path to the future.
Sunday Video: Why Do Schools Have Boundary Issues?
https://youtu.be/s6EXykhBnBk
In this video, Dave Amos of City Beautiful looks into the thorny politics and issues of school choice, racial and social inequality, segregation, social...
Seattle’s Public Libraries Chart a New Strategic Direction
At its core, the strategy is built on the idea that “the library makes a difference in people’s lives and in the greater community."
All...
Op-Ed: Fund Washington Higher Education, Close Amazon/Microsoft Tax Loophole
Rep. Julia Reed's House Bill 1839 would bring in over $200 million a year for higher education in by closing a tax loophole benefiting Amazon and Microsoft. The money is sorely needed to curb tuition and raise enrollment.
Push for Solar Schools Gaining Momentum
Supporters of solar power for Seattle Public Schools can sign a petition or register to speak at Wednesday's School Board meeting.
During the windstorm...
Transportation Chair Saka Questions School Zone Camera Expansion Plan
A plan to expand the number of school zone speed cameras has been in the works for nearly two years. But Councilmember Rob Saka is raising questions about the idea and funds allocated to make it happen.